Don’t get off the couch: 6 exercises you can do from the sofa

Every now and then, a motivational article or quote will come to us with their ‘get off the couch’, butt-kicking inspiration. But what if you didn’t actually have to get up in order to get some home workouts done?

You can (believe it or not) mix your leisure time with exercise; still doing the things you enjoy after a busy day, while being more than a couch potato. Be it television, music or reading a book; physical activity and soft training can be done while your mind is otherwise occupied.

The couch bike
Sit on the edge of your couch, with enough room to lean backwards and lift your legs. Notice that - in order to maintain stability - you are already working your core. Now perform the spinning motion of a bicycle as if you were pushing imaginary pedals.

Couch dips
Sit down on the floor/carpet with your back to the couch. Place your hands with the thumbs pointing inwards and get the elbows in line with your shoulders. Lift your body up and sit back down slowly.